Blood Pressure Bottoming Out!

Well, I'm not sure what's going on, but I've had several diastolic readings in the 40s over the past several days.    I have always had blood pressure here at home around 100/60 or so.   A couple of months ago, my blood pressure was staying around 125/75 here at home.   I wasn't sure why it was rising that way.    I know that is still normal, so you would think all was well.    At my doctor's appointments, my pressure is usually around 165/90!    Yes, a true case of white coat syndrome.       My PA and internist have been wanting me on BP medication for a few years, but because it was always normal here at home, I convinced them I didn't need it.     Well, when I learned that hypertension can cause muscle cramps, and I have been suffering terribly with muscle cramps for 3-1/2 years now, I decided the next time my PA suggested the meds, I would accept.    At my last appointment she did suggest it.   So I started taking BP medication.   My blood pressure at home since has been averaging around 110/65.    Perfect!     That is until a few days ago.    When I sat down to check it today it was 85/45!!!    I rechecked it 10 times consecutively.   I always do that, and then I average the readings.   This is the 5th time that diastolic number was in the 40s. Today it averaged 100/58. That is not especially low, so I'm not sure what my PA will want to do.   I called the office and told them what the problem was.   Usually, it takes a few hours for them to return a call.    This time the nurse called back in about 5 minutes.   I guess she was a bit concerned too.    She was going to discuss this with my PA and get back to me.   I am waiting for that call now.    I don't think I'm having any symptoms of hypotension.   I'm just VERY, VERY tired today.    As I told the nurse, that could be the hyperparathyroidism, the hypothyroidism, the low blood pressure, or the fact that I just don't sleep for more than 4 or 5 hours a night.    I'm thinking my PA will want to lower the dosage of my BP medication.    Geez, if it's not 1 thing, it's another!    No big deal though.  This problem is easily fixed!     

Audrey

Audrey I replied to your post on this subject in Off Topic.

J

Audrey,

I hope you're feeling better and that your PA got back to you with sound advice.

Best,
Adele